Olivia Davis
New Bern,NC
Summary
Compassionate Childcare Professional skilled in managing school schedules and extracurricular activities to foster a balanced environment for play and learning. Expertise in communication and activity planning supports child development while aligning with parent objectives. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities ensure effective handling of diverse household priorities. Committed to creating engaging, safe, and educational experiences for children of all ages.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
Catherine Pollard
New Bern, North Carolina
07.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily activities and ensured safety during playtime.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks tailored to dietary needs.
- Organized educational games and activities to promote learning.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment for children's play areas.
- Assisted with homework and academic projects after school hours.
- Developed strong, trusting relationships with children through engaging interactions.
- Took children on outings such as parks, library visits, sports events or educational trips.
- Provided supervision and guidance to ensure safety of children in all situations.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
- Transported children to and from school, extra-curricular activities and play-dates.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Monitored behavior of the children to enforce appropriate conduct standards set by parents.
- Tutored students and supported homework completion.
- Engaged in creative play with the children such as reading stories, playing games or drawing pictures.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
- Helped children discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
- Provided positive reinforcement through rewards systems for good behavior.
- Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television, or other influences.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations using sound judgment and problem solving skills.
- Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers.
- Administered basic first aid techniques when needed while monitoring health conditions closely.
- Encouraged developmentally appropriate language skills through conversation and activities.
- Provided direct-care services for children of varying ages.
- Ensured physical and social well-being of each child.
- Led hands-on activities consistent with child's interests and skills.
- Met and communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's activities and development.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Private Nanny
Mandy Wright
New Bern, North Carolina
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Supervised daily activities and ensured safety during playtime.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks tailored to dietary needs.
- Organized educational games and activities to promote learning.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment for children's play areas.
- Assisted with homework and academic projects after school hours.
- Developed strong, trusting relationships with children through engaging interactions.
- Maintained a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children in their home.
- Facilitated exploration of community resources to enhance children's understanding of their environment. such as parks, library visits, sports events or educational trips.
- Provided supervision and guidance to ensure safety of children in all situations.
- Managed household duties including laundry, grocery shopping, and light housekeeping tasks.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Prepared meals according to dietary needs of the family's children.
- Organized and planned a variety of activities to stimulate physical, mental and emotional growth for the children.
- Monitored behavior of the children to enforce appropriate conduct standards set by parents.
- Assisted with homework, tutoring and school projects as needed.
- Engaged in creative play with the children such as reading stories, playing games or drawing pictures.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
- Cooked nutritious meals to promote healthy diet and nutrition.
- Helped children discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
- Provided positive reinforcement through rewards systems for good behavior.
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning, and play.
- Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television, or other influences.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations using sound judgment and problem solving skills.
- Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers.
- Documented and communicated daily reports outlining each child's daily activities.
- Developed an understanding of each child's individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Planned recreational activities to enhance physical development and explore stimulating exercises.
- Planned age-appropriate educational activities designed to promote learning and development.
- Participated in professional development activities such as trainings or workshops related to childcare topics.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Met and communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's activities and development.
- Led hands-on activities consistent with child's interests and skills.
- Ensured physical and social well-being of each child.
- Provided direct-care services for children of varying ages.
- Assigned age-appropriate chores to encourage self-confidence and responsibility.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Tutored children in multiple school subjects to boost educational performance.
Special Needs Nanny
Jenifer Ratley
New Bern, North Carolina
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted children with special needs in daily living activities and personal care.
- Developed engaging activities tailored to individual interests and abilities.
- Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines and behavioral strategies.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment during all interactions and playtime.
- Communicated effectively with children using appropriate language and techniques.
- Prepared nutritious meals accommodating dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Monitored children's progress and behaviors, providing feedback to parents regularly.
- Encouraged social skills through group activities and peer interactions.
- Planned age-appropriate activities aimed at developing skills like motor coordination, problem solving, language development.
- Collaborated with other professionals involved in the care of the child including doctors, therapists, teachers.
- Monitored children's progress, documenting changes in behaviors or physical abilities as necessary.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols established by parents and guardians while caring for their children.
- Encouraged social interaction between peers through organized playtime activities and outings.
- Educated families about available resources that could help improve quality of life for their child.
- Cared for children with physical disabilities by helping them move around and participate in recreational activities.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by demonstrating kindness, patience, empathy and understanding towards them at all times.
- Administered medications according to doctor's orders while also monitoring side effects or reactions to treatments and medications if any.
- Created a nurturing atmosphere that was conducive to learning new skills while encouraging independence.
- Assisted children with special needs in activities of daily living such as dressing, toileting, and grooming.
- Provided emotional support to the family by offering advice and guidance on how to best manage their child's medical condition.
- Provided direct-care services for children of varying ages.
- Tutored children in multiple school subjects to boost educational performance.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Met and communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's activities and development.
- Engaged in after-school activities by assisting with sports practice and homework assignments.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
Education
High School Diploma -
Craven Early College
New Bern, NC05-2025
Some College (No Degree) - Forestry
Craven Community College
New Bern, NCSkills
- Childcare management
- Educational activity planning
- Effective communication
- Safety supervision
- Homework assistance
- Special needs support
- Emotional support strategies
- Relationship building
- Emotional support
- Cooking and meal preparation
- Music and dance encouragement
- Early childhood education
- Special needs experience
- Activity planning
- School-age child care
- Housekeeping
- Behavior modeling
- Social integration
- Childhood development
- Activities planning
- Transportation safety
- Toddler care experience
- Laundry
- Behavior management techniques
- Child development expertise
- Early childhood development
- Reading and storytelling
- Positive reinforcement
- Positive discipline strategies
- Manage behaviors
- Arts and crafts
- Enrichment activities
- Basic cooking
- Creativity and Craftsmanship
- Teaching empathy
- Prepare nutritious foods
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
Timeline
Private Nanny
Catherine Pollard
07.2025 - Current
Private Nanny
Mandy Wright
01.2024 - 03.2025
Special Needs Nanny
Jenifer Ratley
08.2023 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Craven Early College
Some College (No Degree) - Forestry
Craven Community College